The Frazier
From May 18, 2006
Our very first comment to our very first post made a haunting request, "Bring back the Frazier!" I was stumped. We name all our sandwiches at the Half & Half, and we've made many, many kinds of sandwiches in our 5 1/2 years ofexistence, but what was so special about this "Frazier?" Of course the name gave the identity of the commentator away, but that didn't help me remember the sandwich. Did it have strawberries in it? Fortunately my old friend "Dan F" popped his head in on Tuesday and moaned "Bring back the Frazier!" "I forget what's in the Frazier!" I said. I saw the wave of shock and disappointment on his face when I revealed that I forgot the sandwich that was his namesake, and it did shame me. But he recovered and called out "Banana and mayonnaise" as closed the screen door and went on his way.
Of Course, The Frazier! We begin with white bread. In this case, Grand Central Como, but if I could use any bread in the world, it might be Pepperidge Farm Farmhouse buttermilk white for its delicate crumb. The bread receives a think spread of mayo, Best Foods or Hellman's, if you're east of the Rockies, as it's the only mayonnaise I will ever use. Next, the banana, about three quarters of one, ripe, and cut on a bias about a half inch thick. Bring the two sides together, and slice diagonally. Unless you're truly mayonnaise-phobic, I suggest you try it just once. Myself, I am not a huge fan, but I do appreciate it's virtue of creamy-upon-creamy without being particularly sweet. More on mayonnaise and its huge affect on my life in the future.
I do feel bad that I forgot about the Frazier, but come on, Dan, it's been quite a while since you've ordered one. If you're going to have a secret off-the-menu sandwich, and if you're esteemed enough to have it named after you, you gotta represent. If you want your own sandwich, it has to be easy to make, with ingredients already present, and it has to be created for you by someone at Half & Half. Once we've agreed that the sandwich is to both of our liking, we will name it together. Then,YOU have to introduce the sandwich to the rest of the staff, in order for it to achieve permanence. The Jelly, and The Super Omega, two successful examples of "personal sandwiches" will be discussed in the near future. In the meantime, I encourage everyone to come in and order a Frazier. Bring back the Frazier! You might need to explain the key ingredients to whoever is working, don't let them toast the bread, and be very gracious.
<< | Posted by Robin at 5:23 PM | >>
my dad is a big fan of peanut butter, banana and mayonnaise. i was a little freaked out by the idea, but after trying it i have to admit it's pretty good. i think that peanut butter and banana is pretty common, but the addition of mayo definitely throws in a splash of danger. banana and mayo with no peanut butter is definitely bold, but then again i'd expect no less from dan f.
Posted by matt mc @ May 20, 2006 9:19 PM
My grandfather used to eat sandwiches with mayo and halved green grapes. On white bread. And to drink, a 1 to 1 concoction of Pepsi and milk.
I've never been bold enough to try either of these creations myself, but my grandpa claimed they were delicious.
Posted by Azure @ May 21, 2006 12:09 AM
Oh man, is this the beginning of a brave new era of sandwich blogging on UrHo? I'm excited. Very excited.
Also, I LOVE ordering off the menu. I'm sure it's a childish reaction to the feeling of insiderdom it gives me, but I must confess, I love it. In fact, I (nearly) always have to order the same thing from y'all, because I love it so ardently: the tuna melt with onion marmalade. I don't know, is it on the menu? Anyway, you always make me one, and DAMN! It is a good sandwich.
Posted by freddy @ May 22, 2006 12:15 PM
Bread-based-meals, seems every culture has them (for that matter, stimulating drinks - coffee, chocolate, matte, coca, tea...hmm) Consider the local UCB or Great Harvest cinnamon raisin walnut breads for the Frazier. I have had a savory-spicy concoction of bananas, red beans and potatoes. My roommate used to make on raisin bread a sort of kitchen sink sandwich of bananas, pickles, mustard, sprouts, sharp cheddar, tomatoes and pumpkin seeds!
Posted by Rob W. @ May 22, 2006 2:48 PM
I love banana and mayonnaise sandwiches. I've been eating them since I was 5 and am now 21. My dad introduced me to the idea, something he probably ate as a kid and he's 65. Though I have to say I prefer to toast the bread.
Posted by Mindy @ December 1, 2007 5:02 PM
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Nice new chairs out front.
Posted by corey @ May 20, 2006 12:53 PM